University of Arizona

Students, faculty, staff, and the public are now welcome to visit Special Collections without an appointment from 9 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Jessie Esther Rae posing with a bicycle, male companion and large dog
Jessie Esther Rae near the University of Arizona campus Collection: Jessie Esther Rae University of Arizona photo album

Collection Areas

Arizona & Southwest Arizona Queer Archives Borderlands History of Science Literature Performing Arts Political Affairs University of Arizona

Exhibits, Events & Highlights

2023 Early Books Lecture Series XVII guest speakers

Early Books Lecture Series XVIII, April 4, 11 and 18 In-person and virtual

Event
Apr 4, 2023 4:00pm to Apr 18, 2023 6:00pm
 Main Library A313/314
Theater Arts History Pop-up Exhibit

Performance Arts History Pop-up Exhibit

Exhibit
Feb 17, 2023 to Mar 31, 2023
 Special Collections Gallery
illustration of pink cactus flower against dark blue background

Inspired by Plants The Art and Science of the Campus Arboretum Florilegium

Exhibit
Feb 13, 2023 to Aug 31, 2023
 Special Collections Gallery
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Land Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples. Today, Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized tribes, with Tucson being home to the O’odham and the Yaqui. Committed to diversity and inclusion, the University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings, partnerships, and community service.